2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 287 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
