2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
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 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
