2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
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 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (355 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Brera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
