2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 177 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1532 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |