2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Berlingo and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 268 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlingo | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |