2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
