2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |