2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |