2007 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Astra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
