2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
