2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
