2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
