2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 3,193 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 161 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 2012 Mazda 2. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Brera | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |