2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1000 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.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Make Chevrolet Alfa Romeo
Model Tahoe Giulietta
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2355 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4351 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.2 L/100km


 

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