2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Berlingo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
