2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | C5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |