2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GT | C2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |