2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 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 | 2009 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Brera | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |