2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 176 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | Roadster | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
