2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
