2008 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.

Because 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 2009 Citroen Berlingo
Make Audi Citroen
Model R8 Berlingo
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 295 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 16.4 seconds
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1504 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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