2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 99 L |
