1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 146 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Berlingo | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |