2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius.
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, 2007 Toyota Prius, 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
