2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
