2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Xsara | 166 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
