2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Brera | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |