2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2013 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Brera | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |