2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |