2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
