2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra 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 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Brera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
