2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 156 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 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |