2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1491 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3580 mm |
