2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Passat | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |