2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 175 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Berlingo | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |