2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
