2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Palio | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
