2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Mitsubishi eK
To start off, both 2005 Alpina Roadster and 2005 Mitsubishi eK 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi eK.
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 Mitsubishi eK, 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. 2005 Mitsubishi eK has automatic transmission and 2005 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi eK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Mitsubishi eK | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadster | eK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
