2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon, 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B7 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |