2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. 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 100 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
