2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 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 161 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 170 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 Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |