2009 Renault Trafic vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trafic | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
