2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 100 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 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Palio II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 74 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |