2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
