2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | Brera | Bravada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |