2007 Honda Element vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Element | Brera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
