2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2001 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2001 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Nubira | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
