2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A6 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
