2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 147 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
