2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Berlingo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
