2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
