2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Brera | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |