2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 267 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
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 (125 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 13 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 | 1267 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |
