2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |