2005 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 365 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Avantime | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |