2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2004 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2004 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
