2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
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 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 166 | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |