2009 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Toyota | Alpina |
Model | Avalon | B7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |