2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (211 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
