2005 Citroen Picasso 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 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 20 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Picasso | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |