2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 131 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 (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
