2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B7 and 2009 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B7 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |