2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1186 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |