2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen Berlingo 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Berlingo Bora
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 151 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.5 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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