2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 129 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 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Berlingo | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |