2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Alpina Roadster and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | Roadster | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |