2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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 GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
