2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
