1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Dardo | Osee |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |