2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2006 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Brera | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |