2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 988 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Aero weights approximately 41 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 2007 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Citroen | SSC |
| Model | Berlingo | Aero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1090 mm |
