2012 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 509 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Berlingo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
