2009 BMW 630 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 BMW 630 and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 630 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 2009 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 630 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 630 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |