1996 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |