2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Note |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1504 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
