1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 411 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Berlingo | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |