2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva

To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 138 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
Make Alfa Romeo Vauxhall
Model Brera Meriva
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2640 mm


 

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