2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 688 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B7 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
