2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
Because 2008 MG TF 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 MG TF. 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Citroen | MG |
Model | Berlingo | TF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |