2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C2 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
