2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
