2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 689 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForTwo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
