2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | C8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |