2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
