2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Fiat 500 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. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |