2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
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 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Brera | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
