1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 91 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
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 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Berlingo | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |