2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Volvo S80 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. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Berlingo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
