2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B7 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |