2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 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 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
