2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
