2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Brera | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
