1997 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 319 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |