1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2006 Skoda Roomster 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 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 105 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 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Berlingo | Roomster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |