2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Berlingo | tC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
