1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen Berlingo and 1993 Citroen Xantia are equipped with a 1,761 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
