2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
