2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Honda Element were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Brera | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |