2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 222 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alpina | Smart |
Model | Roadster | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |