2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 183 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
