2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
