2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Opel Corsa 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Brera | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |