2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 446 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
