2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 809 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Ram | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
