2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera

To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Captiva 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
Make Chevrolet Alfa Romeo
Model Captiva Brera
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 186 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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