1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Berlingo | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |