2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Because 2003 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
