2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | MiTo | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |