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 (232 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 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 | 1360 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |