2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brera | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
