1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 432 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 460 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
