2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Berlingo and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Berlingo | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |