2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 766 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 T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |