2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota RAV4 2012 Citroen Berlingo
Make Toyota Citroen
Model RAV4 Berlingo
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 17.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1472 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L


 

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