2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | V50 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
