2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 975 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 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
