2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
