2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | Roadster | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
