2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 591 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. 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 2003 Honda Pilot. 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2003 Honda Pilot 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. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
