2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Explorer | D3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |