2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 551 kg more than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Berlingo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
