2010 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B5 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 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1, 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 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alpina B5 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B5 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
