2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 961 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | X-Trail | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
