2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Citroen C5

To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2001 Citroen C5
Make Alfa Romeo Citroen
Model GTV C5
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.9:1
Top Speed 255 km/hour 226 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1548 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.3 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.9 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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