2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 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 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2171 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
