2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 29 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 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Berlingo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
