2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Legend. 2002 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
