2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 881 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Optra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
