2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | FR-V | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
