2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
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 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
