2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Brera | Picasso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |