2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 2 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 734 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Berlingo | 6 series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |