2008 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 395 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 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobalt | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
