2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 8C Competizione | C4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 292 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
