2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1040 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |