2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 241 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B7 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
