2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
