2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
