2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 108 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
