2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
