2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 Alpina Roadster and 2004 Subaru Legacy 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) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | Roadster | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |