2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 16 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Berlingo | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
