2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Brera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
