2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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 2007 Dodge Durango. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Berlingo | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |