1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4080 mm |
