2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1558 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
