2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,195 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 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 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 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
