2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |