2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |