2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | C5 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8 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 | 1524 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |