2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
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2008 Alpina B7 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Orlando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |