2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Berlingo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
