2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 961 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
