2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina Roadster 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 161 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Ford Focus, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
