2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 243 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 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
