2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 538 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |