2009 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Edge | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |