2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45

To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 511 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 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. 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 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Berlingo 2005 Infiniti Q45
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model Berlingo Q45
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 340 HP
Torque 152 Nm 453 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1837 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 81 L


 

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