2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B7 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |