2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 145 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 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera. 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 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | Berlingo | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |