2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Brera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
