2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Brera | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
