2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Golf | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |