2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
