2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,193 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 116 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Brera | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
