2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Berlingo | 156 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |