2009 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2000 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
