2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 115 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brera | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
