2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona 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 243 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B7 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
