2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 644 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Berlingo | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2748 mm |