2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 3 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
