2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Micra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 19.9 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 | 1044 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
