2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Brera | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
