1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 5 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Berlingo | 200 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |