2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Brera | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |