2006 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | Niva | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
