2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 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 A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
