2005 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
