2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 669 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
Model | Veracruz | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |