2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (301 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |