2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 139 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |