2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 9 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | Roadster | Savana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
