2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
