2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 729 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
