2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Contour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |