2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus SC 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 2006 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Berlingo | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
