2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,198 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
