2008 Kia Pro-ceed 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 Pro-ceed. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Pro-ceed would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 3 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
