2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Seat Leon 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Seat Leon. 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 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Berlingo | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |