Citroen Berlingo 2012 vs BMW 3 series 2008

 
Citroen Berlingo
2012 - 2015
BMW 3 series
2008 - 2012
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 112 HP177 HP
Torque: 260 NM350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.1 seconds8.1 seconds
BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving.
Citroen Berlingo engine produces 65 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 90 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Citroen Berlingo reaches 100 km/h speed 4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.34.9
Real fuel consumption: 6.0 l/100km6.0 l/100km
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Citroen Berlingo consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Citroen Berlingo could require 60 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres61 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1130 km in combined cycle1240 km in combined cycle
1220 km on highway1450 km on highway
1000 km with real consumption1010 km with real consumption
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD)

Engines

Engine production duration: 8 years19 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Citroen C5, Peugeot 207, Citroen C4Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Citroen Berlingo 2012 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ...  More about Citroen Berlingo 2012 1.6 engine 

BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine: The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace ...  More about BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.38 m4.53 m
Width: 1.81 m1.82 m
Height: 1.80 m1.44 m
Citroen Berlingo is smaller, but higher.
Citroen Berlingo is 15 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen Berlingo is 36 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 675 litres460 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
3000 litres1385 litres
Citroen Berlingo has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, The BMW 3 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Citroen Berlingo (by 1615 litres).
Turning diameter: 11 meters11 meters
Power steering: Hydraulic power steeringElectric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Gross weight: 2`065 kg2`045 kg
Net weight:1`454 kg1`520 kg
Load capacity:611 kg525 kg
Citroen Berlingo load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 14 procentiem more than BMW 3 series. Therefore, Citroen Berlingo is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
BMW 3 series has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Citroen Berlingo has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than BMW 3 series, so BMW 3 series quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 32005000
Pros and Cons: Citroen Berlingo has
  • timing belt engine
  • roomier boot
  • hydraulic power steering
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • lower price
BMW 3 sērija has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • electric power steering
  • fewer faults
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