2012 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 131 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | Berlingo | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
