2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Berlingo | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1392 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
