2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 (322 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
