2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |