2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vectra | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
