2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 2,196 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. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Brera | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
