2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |