2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Saturn ION
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 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION 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 116 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 480 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 2006 Saturn ION. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | Brera | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |