2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
