2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
