2007 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2000 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 550 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
