2010 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 120 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
