2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 401 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1626 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
