2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Brera | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
