2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 424 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
