2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Skoda | Citroen |
| Model | Fabia | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
