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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) 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 8 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 (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1585 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
