2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Berlingo and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1224 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 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Lexus LS 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. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Berlingo | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |