2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 291 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1560 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 19.6 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 | 1191 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
