2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
