1994 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1994 Westfield ZEI 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 1994 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1994 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Westfield | Citroen |
| Model | ZEI | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
