2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |