2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |