2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |