2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
