2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 408 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
