2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1390 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |