2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 264 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.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8. 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 RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |