2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 264 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 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Berlingo | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |