2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
