2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Berlingo and 2009 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
