2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Berlingo | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |