2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Berlingo | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |