2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |