2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 254 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |