2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable 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 104 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Brera | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |