2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Ram | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
