2004 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Rendezvous | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |