2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Brera | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
