2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GTV | C4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |