2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V 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 345 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B7 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
