2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |