2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Berlingo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1326 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
