2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Brera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |