2009 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Flex | Brera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |