2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic

To start off, both 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 2011 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 157 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

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 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model Giulietta Grand Scenic
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 218 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4351 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1798 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1465 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2634 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 8.2 L/100km


 

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