2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 688 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Quest |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
