2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
