2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
