2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1266 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |