2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 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. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.

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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen Berlingo 2004 Citroen C3
Make Citroen Citroen
Model Berlingo C3
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Panel Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 160 km/hour 172 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L