2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Alpina Roadster and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina Roadster | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | Roadster | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |