2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2006 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 2006 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 2002 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | Roadster | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |