2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
