2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (173 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 868 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |