2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
