2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Berlingo | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
