2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Polo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
