2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Captiva | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
