2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Brera | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |