2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Berlingo | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |