2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Brera | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |