2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord.

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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 2011 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Brera Accord
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2398 cc 2400 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1849 mm