2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen Berlingo 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Berlingo Legacy
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 242 HP
Torque 120 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 145 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.5 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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