2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 452 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Vitz | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Vitz | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |