2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
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 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Punto | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |