2006 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
