2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |