2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1020 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.

Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen Berlingo 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Berlingo Pathfinder
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 310 HP
Torque 147 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 2283 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4884 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1847 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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