2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 382 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 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | C8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
