2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Brera | Rodius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |