2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 212 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |