2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra.
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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Brera | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
