2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brera | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |