2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 307 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
