2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Brera | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
