2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 147 | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |