2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Brera | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
