2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 61 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
