2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 531 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 Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |