1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 330 2011 Citroen Berlingo
Make BMW Citroen
Model 330 Berlingo
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.6:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 152 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 19.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L