2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Brera | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |