2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 101 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 Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16.4 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 | 1605 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |