2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
