1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
