2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina Roadster 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (210 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2004 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |