2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
