2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Antara | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
