2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Brera | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
