2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Brera | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
