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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 325 kg more 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 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 2196 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 59 HP
Torque 230 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 78.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 222 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 18.3 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 1470 kg 1145 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 9.4 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 44 L


 

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