2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP) has 419 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 667 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlingo | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
