Hi All,

I am writing this post now having just returned from a test drive in the new Alfa Giulietta diesel. It was the 1.6 multijet engine and was truely excellent. In contrast I drove a 1.6TDCI Focus yesterday and it was good also, however having read the raving reviews of the focus diesel I was left somewhat dissapointed.

I spent almst an entire day in the focus and covered about 60 miles of driving and after still couldnt see why the focus is supposedly so much better. The Alfa looks better, has a nicer engine and far superior interior. I didnt find the focus to be as good to drive as it has been made out to be.

Yes the focus is a little sharper on the road and has a slightly better gear change but for everyday driving I just didnt notice it.

Anyone have any thoughts?