2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Brera | 9000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |