2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 533 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 2013 Honda Odyssey
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Brera Odyssey
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 245 HP
Torque 230 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2003 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5152 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2011 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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