2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Citroen C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Citroen C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GT | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |