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 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 404 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. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 66 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.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 434 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Berlingo | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |