2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (278 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Passat | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
