2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Brera | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
