2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Berlingo and 2009 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 267 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 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 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Berlingo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
