2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 672 kg more than 2010 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Alpina |
| Model | Range Rover | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
