2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 386 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
