2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
