1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Berlingo | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |