2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 3 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 705 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Berlingo | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |