2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina. 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 2005 Holden Berlina. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Brera | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
