1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
