2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2002 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon 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 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
