2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 7 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | Roadster | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
