2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 431 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Berlingo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
