2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |