2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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 Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Brera | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |