2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Brilliance BS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Brilliance BS4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |