2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
