2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |