2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 124 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.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
