2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Rover 45.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen Berlingo (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Berlingo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
