2003 Peugeot Partner vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot Partner would be higher. Both 2003 Peugeot Partner and 2012 Citroen Berlingo are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot Partner | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | Partner | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
