2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |