2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 8C Competizione | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 292 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |