2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX

To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.

Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Berlingo 2008 Mazda DrifterX
Make Citroen Mazda
Model Berlingo DrifterX
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 0 HP
Torque 120 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 145 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.5 seconds 16.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L