2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 2 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
Because 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Brera | S3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
