2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 398 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlingo | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |