1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 12 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
