2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Brera | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
