2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | C4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |