2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 147 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
