2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
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 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle 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 (400 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
