2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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 156 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1360 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 |
Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |