2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
