2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
