2004 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 330 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
