2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Brera | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |