2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 852 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | Roadster | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |