2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B7 and 2009 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 350 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type, 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina B7 | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B7 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |