2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 MG TF

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 MG TF 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 68 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 MG TF 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 2007 MG TF. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 2007 MG TF
Make Alfa Romeo MG
Model Brera TF
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2198 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 217 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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