1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 255 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Berlingo | Livina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |