2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | RAV4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
