2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2648 mm |
