2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota Corolla and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corolla | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |