2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
