2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 168 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |