2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina Roadster 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 207 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 2011 Opel Combo, 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 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
