2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, both 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 2011 Scion xD were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD. 2011 Scion xD 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. 2011 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
| Model | Giulietta | xD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
