2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
