2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 744 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brera | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
