2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 277 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | SSR | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
