2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Alpina B7.
Because 2010 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Acadia | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | GMC | Alpina |
Model | Acadia | B7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |