2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2009 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | Roadster | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
