1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 95 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
