2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
