2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna 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 150 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Brera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
