2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 369 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |