2004 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 65 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 3 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
