2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 114 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alpina Roadster 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Alpina Mercedes-Benz
Model Roadster Viano
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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