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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
