2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 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. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
