2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
