2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Brera | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 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 | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |