2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B7 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 193 more horse power than 2010 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Alpina | Acura |
| Model | B7 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
