2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
