2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 767 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | Berlingo | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |