2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vectra | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
