2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | Q7 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
