2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ranger | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
