2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | Brera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 160 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
