2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | Brera | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
