2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2006 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Idea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
