2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 252 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2013 Scion FR-S 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. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Berlingo | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
