2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 775 kg more than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Berlingo | XKR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
