2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2005 Alpina Roadster and 2005 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
