2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 20.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |