2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Berlingo and 2007 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Idea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |