2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touran | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
