2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Brera | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
