2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP) has 517 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | Berlingo | A10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 625 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |