2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Berlingo | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1380 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |