2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Accord | B7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |