2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 183 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
