2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Getz 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 977 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 Hyundai Getz. 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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2011 Alpina B7 | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
Model | B7 | Getz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |