2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Berlingo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
