2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |