2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Hummer | Alpina |
| Model | H2 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 88 L |
