2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Brera | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
