2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 837 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brera | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
