2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
