2008 Kia Carnival 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 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Carnival | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
