2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tacoma | Brera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
