2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |