2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
