2004 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 237 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Outback | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
