2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 4 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 179 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B7 | XTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |