2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Berlingo | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
