1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 461 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |