2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 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 193 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 426 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alpina | Dacia |
| Model | Roadster | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
