2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 28 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |