2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen Berlingo (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
