2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Berlingo | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
