2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 646 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlingo | S |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |