2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Berlingo | 328 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |