2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mondeo | Brera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
