1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Cirrus and 1996 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 332 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Cirrus | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1102 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
