2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2012 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 2012 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
Model | Entourage | B7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |