2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |