2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5225 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
