2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V70 weights approximately 94 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, 2010 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Berlingo | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |