2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
