1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
