2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 432 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlingo | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
