1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Berlingo | FX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
