2005 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Astra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1183 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
