2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Alpina Roadster and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | Roadster | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
