2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 253 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.
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 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Brera | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |