Skoda Rapid 2012 vs Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 86 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 160 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds | |
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Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Rapid engine produces 84 HP less power than Alfa Romeo Giulietta, whereas torque is 90 NM less than Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Due to the lower power, Skoda Rapid reaches 100 km/h speed 4.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Rapid is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Skoda Rapid consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Rapid could require 15 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Skoda Rapid consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1070 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 1240 km on highway | 1420 km on highway | ||
| 880 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Skoda Rapid 2012 1.2 engine: Although the engine has a chain, its lifespan is relatively low. There tends to be increased vibration at idling speed. Problems with the fuel pressure pump may be the first sign of a petrol smell in the oil. ... More about Skoda Rapid 2012 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.35 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.47 m | |
| Skoda Rapid is 13 cm longer than the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 9 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1490 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Rapid has more luggage capacity. Skoda Rapid has 200 litres more trunk space than the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Rapid is 0.7 metres less than that of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, which means Skoda Rapid can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`615 | 1`810 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Skoda Rapid scores higher in safety tests, but Alfa Romeo Giulietta is better rated in child safety tests. The Skoda Rapid scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 6000 | 11 600 | |
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