2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2005 Citroen Berlingo
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model SRX Berlingo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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