2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |