2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2010 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1327 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | Sprinter | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
