2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Brera | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12 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 | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
