2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2003 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Citroen | Noble |
Model | Berlingo | M12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |