2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Berlingo | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |