2011 Audi A1 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A1 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A1 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A1 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
