2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Alpina Roadster | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | Roadster | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2615 mm |