2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
