2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina Roadster 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 239 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
