1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Vectra | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |