2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
