2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2012 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 461 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Mazda CX-9 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. 2012 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | CX-9 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
