2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Brera | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |