2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Alpina B7 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 212 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 GMC Acadia. 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 2012 GMC Acadia. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alpina B7 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |