2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
