2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 434 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |