2009 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | MDX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
