2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
