2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
