2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Brera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |