2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 594 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 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
