2008 BMW 645 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 645 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 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 645 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
