2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 267 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.
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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Berlingo | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |