2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 426 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 712 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 BMW Alpina 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 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Alpina | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |