2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Alpina Roadster and 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 133 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
