2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Alpina Roadster and 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina Roadster. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | Roadster | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
