2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Alfa Romeo Mercedes-Benz
Model Brera C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
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 162 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 240 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 235 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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