2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Giulietta | Highlander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1742 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |