2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Lotus | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Exige | Brera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
