2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | Roadster | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |