2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 846 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Brera | Quest |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |