2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
