2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Make Aston Martin Alfa Romeo
Model Vanquish Giulietta
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 454 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 322 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4351 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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