2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 156 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
