2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 103 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Armada | Brera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
