2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 185 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
