2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |