2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 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 135 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alpina | Xedos |
| Model | Roadster | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
