2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2003 Alpina Roadster and 2003 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 736 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | Roadster | YRV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
