2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | R8 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |