2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
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 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Berlingo | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |