2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2011 Citroen Berlingo and 2011 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 263 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol. 2011 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Berlingo | Symbol |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |