2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 285 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 6 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
