2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 277 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 Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
