2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
