1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1152 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |