2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
