2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Audi R8
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Brera | R8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |