2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 219 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |