2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Z4 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |