2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon 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 407 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |