2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S40 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
