2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Routan and 2010 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 592 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Routan | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |