2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 632 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1675 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
