2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |