2000 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laser | Brera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
