2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 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 Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
