2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Berlingo and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 291 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 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Subaru Outback 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. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
