2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 391 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |