1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 996 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.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Berlingo | Ram |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |