2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,193 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 116 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 2010 Volkswagen Golf
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model Brera Golf
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3193 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 240 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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