2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |