2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2006 Alpina Roadster and 2006 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 180 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type, 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 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | Roadster | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
