2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 500 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 S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S4 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
