2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 475 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR Tuscan. 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Brera | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
