2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Sharan | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1738 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
