2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Berlingo | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3122 mm |