2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 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 146 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | Roadster | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
