2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
