1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 146 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |