1996 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 406 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406.
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 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 406 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
