2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 635 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.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |