2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 525

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 2009 BMW 525
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Brera 525
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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