2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 13 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 | 1267 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
