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, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
