2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 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 Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touran | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
