2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio 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 2005 Fiat Palio.
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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Palio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11 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 | 1263 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |