2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Marea |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1263 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |