2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 347 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |