2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
