2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Passat 2012 Citroen Berlingo
Make Volkswagen Citroen
Model Passat Berlingo
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 151 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 17.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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