2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina Roadster would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 542 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2009 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina Roadster | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |