2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 159 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |