1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Berlingo | FX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
