2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C5 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
