2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Seat Leon
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 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 2005 Seat Leon. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Brera | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
