2011 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Charger 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 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Charger | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Charger | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
