2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Brera | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
