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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 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 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
