2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |