2011 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Regal | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |