2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
