2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Xsara | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |