2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Magnum | Brera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
