2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 55 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
