2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.

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 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model Brera Grand Scenic
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2398 cc 1870 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2090 mm


 

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