2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 147 | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |