2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Brera | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |