2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
