2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 517 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Brera | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |