2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
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 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos 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 (340 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Koleos. 2010 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2690 mm |
