2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
