2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 10.7 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
