2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
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 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 3,193 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Brera | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3060 mm |
