2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1053 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 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
