2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 375 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Brera | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |