2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 155 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Brera | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |